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Why Poetry Matters

Why Poetry Matters

Griff Rhys Jones explores how verse has the power to enlighten, entertain and stimulate.

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Synopsis

Griff Rhys Jones explores the power of verse, dissecting Keats with Simon Armitage, encountering an experimental poem made from beach balls and experiencing a poetry slam.

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